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Luis de la Fuente slams Argentina's 'unacceptable behaviour' after World Cup final

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has strongly criticised the behaviour of several Argentina players and members of the coaching staff following the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.

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Nicolas Otamendi ends Argentina international career after World Cup heartbreak

Nicolas Otamendi has confirmed his retirement from international football after Argentina's 1-0 defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, bringing an outstanding 17-year career with the national team to an end.

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Spain's Gavi urges FIFA not to suspend Argentina's Leandro Paredes for World Cup final brawl

Spain midfielder Gavi believes Argentina's Leandro Paredes should not be suspended for his role in the ugly scenes that followed the World Cup final, despite the Barcelona midfielder being shoved to the ground during the post-match confrontation.

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Emi Martinez hints at Argentina retirement after World Cup final heartbreak

Emiliano Martinez has cast doubt over his international future after Argentina's defeat to Spain in the World Cup final, admitting he must decide whether it is "time to step aside" following the heartbreaking loss.

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Lionel Messi reflects on 'immense pain' after FIFA World Cup final loss

Lionel Messi has admitted Argentina's 2026 FIFA World Cup final defeat to Spain has left him with "immense" pain but praised his team for another outstanding tournament and thanked supporters for standing behind the national side.

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Ferran Torres says 'destiny was written' after firing Spain to FIFA World Cup glory

Ferran Torres has said Spain's World Cup triumph was "destiny" after scoring the extra-time winner that secured a 1-0 victory over Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.

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